On 18 January a new English language requirement was announced for applicants seeking to extend their stay in the UK in family visa categories. Non-EEA national partners and parents in the family routes will be required to pass a speaking and listening test at level A2 to be eligible, after two-and-a half-years in the UK, for […]
NEW HOME OFFICE FEES FOR 2016/2017!
On the 11 January 2016, the government set out its proposed changes to the fees for visas, immigration and nationality applications and associated premium services for 2016–17. Specific fee changes for 2016–17 will apply after further legislation is laid in Parliament by April this year. The new legislation will set new maximum levels on the […]
Changes in the Immigration Rules coming in from the 6th April from commencements of the Immigration ACT 2014
There are a number of important Immigration rule changes occurring from the 6th April 2015, which affects the majority of migrants on visas already in the UK and those planning to apply for a visa for the UK.
Large numbers of Tier 2 visa holders could be forced to leave the UK
The UK authorities have proclaimed a clampdown on fake Tier-2 visa sponsorships, which may result in up to 2,500 migrants forced to leave the country.
